Schools, Groups & Press

The Hamilton RASC chapter represents the interests of astronomy in Hamilton and Halton regions. Our chapter firmly believes in the education of the general public when it comes to matters of astronomy. We are firm supporters of the RASC vision – To be Canada’s premiere organization of amateur and professional astronomers, promoting Astronomy to all.

Whether you are a school, scout troupe, or other organization who is interested in learning more about astronomy, we would be happy to come to you or host you at our observatory. For more information, please contact us.

We are also available to assist members of the press to help answer questions, provide background for a story and even be available for interviews. Please do not hesitate to contact us for assistance.

An award-winning astrophotographer in California has captured images of the Tesla Roadster and its driver "Starman" speeding through space. The post Astrophotographer Captures Musk’s Tesla Roadster Moving Through Space appeared first on Universe Today.

According to the latest study by a team that has been observing 'Oumuamua since it was first discovered, this interstellar asteroid had a violent past! The post Interstellar Asteroid ‘Oumuamua Had a Violent Past appeared first on Universe Today.

According to a new study, there is a slim chance that Musk's Roadster (and Spaceman) could collide with Earth or Venus is a few eons. The post What are the Chances Musk’s Space Tesla is Going to Crash Into Venus or Earth? appeared first on Universe Today.

Scientists have finally confirmed a decades-old theory on what causes the faint flickering seen in the Northern Lights toward dawn. The post Chorus Waves Drive the Beat for Pulsating Northern Lights appeared first on Sky & Telescope.

AAS Chambliss Award winner Donald Bruns explains how he confirmed Einstein's predictions during the 2017 total solar eclipse. The post A Picture-Perfect Solar Eclipse Experiment appeared first on Sky & Telescope.

Now the waxing crescent Moon is easier to see in the west-southwest after sunset. Its curved side points the way down toward Venus. The post This Week’s Sky at a Glance, February 16 – 24 appeared first on Sky & Telescope.